Publisher's Synopsis
The Aesthetic Attitude is a book written by Herbert Sidney Langfeld, which is available in a large print edition. The book explores the concept of the aesthetic attitude and its significance in the field of aesthetics. The author delves into the nature of beauty and the role of the observer in the aesthetic experience. Langfeld argues that the aesthetic attitude is a unique way of experiencing the world, which involves a detachment from practical concerns and a focus on the sensory qualities of an object. He also discusses the relationship between the aesthetic attitude and other attitudes, such as the moral and scientific attitudes. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the aesthetic attitude, drawing on insights from philosophy, psychology, and art criticism. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of aesthetics, as well as anyone interested in the nature of beauty and the role of art in human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
